Eric watched 78 films – we lost count of how much popcorn he consumed!
TORONTO – September 24, 2024 – How many films did you see at the Toronto International Film Festival? While movie buffs are comparing lists and catching up on their sleep, Eric Tisch, Programming and National Canadian Film Day Manager at REEL CANADA, is crossing the Ts and dotting the Is on his world record application. After watching 78 feature films (including all of the Canadian selections) at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival, Eric is set to earn a Guinness World Record for Most Films Watched at a Film Festival.
Tisch, 29, watched 78 films over the eleven day festival, and documented the feat with selfies and witness statements. “I watched 63 last year, so this seemed like the next logical step,” Tisch declared (after a good night’s sleep). “And yes, I do remember every film!” TIFF has certified his list, and now it’s heading off to Guinness for a final certification.
The REEL CANADA team supported Eric in his accomplishment, providing a TIFF industry pass, as well as snacks, meals and video updates on his progress. You can watch the chronicle of his journey on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok at @canfilmday. “We are incredibly proud of Eric’s achievement, and honestly, our minds are still all a little blown,” said Sharon Corder, Artistic Director of REEL CANADA. “Our mission is to promote Canadian film, so we’re all film lovers, but 78 films is another level!”
TIFF has reviewed and certified Tisch’s attendance at the 78 screenings, and everything is being submitted to Guinness for final verification. What’s next for the King of Movies? More films! According to Tisch, “I love to watch films, that’s why I did this, so I’m excited to catch up on the films that I didn’t get to watch!”
You can see a full list of all the films Tisch watched on the National Canadian Film Day letterboxd account here. The next National Canadian Film Day will be April 16, 2025. You can find more information at canfilmday.ca or @canfilmday on all social media platforms.
About REEL CANADA
REEL CANADA is a charitable organization that promotes the diversity of Canadian film and its power to spark important conversations about what it means to be Canadian. Through our core programmes — Our Films in Our Schools, Welcome to Canada, Reel Opportunities, and National Canadian Film Day (CanFilmDay) — REEL CANADA has reached millions of students, new Canadians, and general audience members.
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